Nigerian Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, famously known as Davido, is celebrating yet another impressive milestone in his illustrious music career. The multi-award-winning singer recently hit 11 million monthly listeners on Spotify, a personal record that marks a major achievement for the OBO crooner.
The milestone comes on the heels of the release of his highly anticipated fifth studio album, 5ive, which has been gaining traction globally and adding to his already expansive fan base. With this new record, Davido solidifies his place among Africa’s most streamed and influential artists on the global stage.
Taking to his X account, Davido used the moment to reflect on his journey in the music industry, highlighting how he carved his path without the backing of industry power players or “musical godfathers.”
He wrote, “No co-sign, built from the ground up! Just God, good music and the best fans! Appreciate you guys fr [for real]!”
While many of his contemporaries found early support from record label bosses and established industry figures, Davido emphasized that his rise was fueled by divine grace, quality music, and loyal supporters who have stuck with him over the years.
The singer’s heartfelt post has since resonated with fans and fellow artists, many of whom have praised his consistency, authenticity, and impact on Afrobeats music.
From selling out global arenas to charting internationally, Davido continues to prove that talent, hard work, and faith can take you far even without a co-sign.
